Daybreak

AI algorithms for cancer screening show potential but are not yet accurate enough according to medical professionals. The podcast explores the challenges and disparities in AI cancer screening in India, including the use of AI as a secondary tool for detection. It also covers the implementation of AI in breast cancer detection and the importance of training AI algorithms on regional data for accurate diagnosis.

Discover how Minimalist, an Indian D2C skincare brand, revolutionized the market with transparent, active ingredient-based products. Legacy brands like L'Oreal are forced to adapt to this trend. Learn about the rise of D2C brands and the strategies for traditional beauty companies to stay competitive.

Discover how India's 40-somethings are redefining career longevity by staying 'forever employable' and adapting to new opportunities. Learn about challenges faced, financial realities, upskilling, and the importance of networking for sustainable employability.

Exploring Zomato's investment in Blinkit, from saving a dying platform to acquiring it for $600 million. The podcast delves into Blinkit's journey in the quick commerce market, highlighting the strategic shifts and growth predictions under Zomato's ownership.

Exploring the struggles of women with inadequate personal health insurance coverage for maternity expenses, leading them to rely on corporate insurance. Delving into health insurers' reluctance towards pregnancies and the limited access to corporate health insurance in the country. Discussing the differences in coverage for maternity expenses in standalone policies versus those with riders, and the challenges faced by individuals in early-stage startups. Exploring the expansion of maternity coverage by insurers to cater to the needs of individuals planning for pregnancies.

Explore how Cleartrip's acquisition by Flipkart brought challenges and struggles in adapting to the changing travel industry, veering away from traditional OTA strategies and maybe learning a thing or two from old-school travel agents.

Energy drinks like PepsiCo's Sting are gaining immense popularity in India, with a 30X increase in consumption in a year. They have become a go-to choice for various demographics as stimulants, meal replacements, and even cocktail mixers. PepsiCo's Sting holds 90% of the market share, driving Varun Beverages' stock price up by over 1000%. However, concerns arise over the youth's unawareness of the health risks associated with these drinks.

A 29-year-old media professional from Lucknow discusses her experience with Indian dating apps that bridge casual dating and marriage. These apps offer autonomy with parental approval, connecting users with similar backgrounds. The podcast explores user preferences, business models, and challenges faced by individuals navigating 'datrimonial' apps in India.

It has been a tough couple of years for India’s Chartered accountants. This was and to some extent still is one of the most sought after jobs in the country. But lately, the amount of risk involved in their work has been amped up considerably. And as a result, CAs have been resigning left, right and centre. The reason this is happening is because the auditing industry has been undergoing a major shake-up. And behind this shakeup is a relatively new, independent audit regulator called the NFRA, or the National Finance Reporting Authority. The NFRA has set all sorts of records in the last two years. Since 2022, it has debarred 78 auditors and imposed close to Rs 20 crore in penalties. Tune in. 

According to a survey by S&P, more than 75% of Indian adults do not understand basic financial concepts. The gap is 5% more when it comes to women.So the rise of financial influencers who simplify complex financial jargon and provide investment advice is not really surprising. But often, they underplay risks  and overplay returns, and try to ride the market waves.In fact, SEBI, the market capital regulator, has been receiving many complaints and is working on creating a framework of strict guidelines to bring them under its control.But reining these ‘finfluencers’ in is a bit of a catch-22 situation.Tune in.